BAY RIDGE – AT LEAST TWO BROOKLYN CONGRESSMEMBERS, REPS. NICOLE MALLIOTAKIS, R-11, AND YVETTE D. CLARKE, D-09, have opened their districts’ Congressional Art Competition for high school students, according to press announcements from their district offices.
The Congressional Art Competition is an officially sanctioned bipartisan event to encourage the artistic talents of high school students nationwide. Members of the U.S. House of Representatives and the Congressional Institute sponsor the annual program, which offers students the opportunity to have their artwork displayed in the U.S. Capitol for approximately 11 months.
Rep. Malliotakis’ theme focuses on the nation’s upcoming 250th birthday. Her competition encourages students to create artwork that celebrates America’s history, heritage and ideals, and the values that define the nation. For details on requirements, and to arrange dropoff of the completed projects, families in her district should call her Brooklyn office at 718-306-1620. The deadline for submissions is Friday, April 24.
Established in 1982, the Congressional Art Competition encourages student creativity while fostering civic engagement. Since 2009, the Congressional Institute has supported the competition by providing guidance and logistical assistance to congressional offices and hosting the annual Winners’ Celebration at the U.S. Capitol.
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